Median Income
$50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$265,000
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Calhan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population510
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density560/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$35,870
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$1,042M
Commute35 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$265,000
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$465,177
Health
Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Elevation6,533 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 23%
Commute35 min
Libraries4
Is Calhan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Calhan receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Calhan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Calhan is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Calhan is $265,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Calhan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Calhan has a population of 510 with a density of 560 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 6.9% Hispanic.
Population
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Calhan is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,870 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,155 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $114,269 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 900 |
| County GDP | $1,042M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,119 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
The median home value in Calhan is $265,000, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $465,177.
Home Values
| Census Median | $265,000 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $465,177 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $935 |
| 20% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,119 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
In Calhan, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Calhan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.9% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.0% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.3% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,354/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
Crime Rates: Calhan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Calhan has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.6 inches |
| 61% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,533 ft (1,991 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 560/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0344°N, 104.2993°W |
| County FIPS | 08039 |